Contagious? Yes, Impetigo is very contagious. Will often start as a small red sore, that is filled with a yellow-white puss; this blister is extremely fragile. When broken often will bleed as well as form a crust which is the source of the bacteria. Lots of times Impetigo is often confused with coldsores and acne. Treatment?
Topical creams as well as antibiotics. (*must be perscription to be effective)
Prevention often in the form of washing hands.
There can be complications that lead to kidney inflammation...
CAUSES- Staphylococcus
- Staphylococcus and Streptococcus
Contagious?Yes, Impetigo is very contagious. Will often start as a small red sore, that is filled with a yellow-white puss; this blister is extremely fragile. When broken often will bleed as well as form a crust which is the source of the bacteria. Lots of times Impetigo is often confused with coldsores and acne.
Treatment?
Prevention often in the form of washing hands.
There can be complications that lead to kidney inflammation...
Severe Cases of impetigo: